Cancer Lifeline

How to Manage Difficult Conversations as a Caregiver Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-07-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
As a caregiver, you might experience the need for shifting roles of responsibility, which for some cancer patients, is difficult to let go of. Join us for a discussion on how to navigate difficult conversations by planning what you want to say ahead of time.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Managing Urinary Incontinence Sponsored by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Proton Therapy Center
2022-07-27 17:30 - 18:30
Urinary incontinence may be short or long term as a result of treatment or the cancer. Most men experience quick improvement over the first several months. However, there are ways to manage long-term incontinence and live a full life.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Coping with Cancer: Natural Pain Management Sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2022-07-28 11:00 - 12:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
Pain is a common side effect of cancer treatment. Come learn about natural techniques to help you better manage pain.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Feel More Like You: Beauty Support for Cancer Sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2022-08-31 11:00 - 12:30 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
When you’re going through treatment for any type of cancer, the side effects can impact not only how you feel on the inside, but how you see yourself in the mirror. When you look more like yourself, it can help boost your mood and your confidence.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Self-Care for Caregivers Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-06 11:00 - 12:00 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
As a Caregiver, learn how self-care can improve your overall health and mental well-being
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.
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Massage Practices for Self-care Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2022-09-08 10:00 - 11:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
In this massage technique class, our focus is on self-care through the practice of massage. We will use nurturing oils that nourish, revitalize, and warm the skin & soft tissues. Swedish massage techniques will focus on reducing stress and imbalances in the body resulting in an overall sense of wellbeing. In this class we will focus our massage techniques on the legs, feet, and arms, finishing with a gentle face massage to release tight jaw muscles and congested sinuses that can contribute to headaches and jaw pain.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Oncology Healthcare Renewal Series - Evening - Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-09-13 17:00 - 17:45, 2022-09-20 17:00 - 17:45, 2022-09-26 17:00 - 17:45, 2022-10-04 17:00 - 17:45 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline
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The purpose of this series is to guide oncology healthcare workers through a holistic process that helps address the effects of burnout, compassion fatigue and secondary trauma. This series will provide space for allowing healthcare workers to access the innate healing power within you to create a self-compassionate way of life, both personally and professionally.
You are welcome to attend either the Morning or Evening series. You will receive access to 6 individual modules that you can watch at your own pace. Each weekly session is 45-minutes in a group format with others participating in the series. This portion is not required but highly recommended.

Cannabis & Pain Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2022-09-13 17:30 - 18:30 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
Come learn about the latest research on how medical cannabis can be used in a safe and effective manner to treat pain related to cancer.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Oncology Healthcare Renewal Series - Morning - Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-09-14 08:00 - 08:45, 2022-09-21 08:00 - 08:45, 2022-09-29 08:00 - 08:45, 2022-10-06 08:00 - 08:45 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline

Coping with Cancer: How to Manage Expectations During and after Treatment Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-14 12:30 - 13:30 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
It can be overwhelming to navigate the expectations that often come along with a cancer diagnosis. Come learn about strategies for setting manageable expectations for self and for others.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Self Care for Wellbeing with Therapy Balls Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-09-14 14:00 - 15:00 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Therapy ball rolling will help to rejuvenate and hydrate tissues with sequences for the upper and lower body. This form of therapy enables you to take wellness and healing into your own hands, to learn self -care practices that can be done at home and in your own time. This is essential for those who are in constant discomfort or find it hard at times to accept and embrace support from others.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Movement & Exercise to Hydrate the Body's Fascial System Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-15 12:00 - 13:00 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Have you experienced times when you’ve sat for extended periods of time and you have stood up to move and your back felt stiff? The fascia (connective tissues) can stiffen with inactivity due to treatment and recovery which may create pain. When the fascia is tight, the muscles feel even tighter. Join us to learn specific movements, done in a sequence, that will help the body ‘loosen up’ and increase your range of motion.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Women & Cancer: Laughter Yoga Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Life becomes lighter when you laugh! Boost your mood, energy, health, and sense of playfulness with laughter exercises, deep breathing, and gentle stretches.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Coping with Cancer: Managing Emotional Health Sponsored by St. Anne Cancer Center
2022-09-19 14:30 - 15:30 | [ONLINE] St. Anne Cancer Center
Cancer impacts both our emotional and physical health. Often our physical health takes priority and we forget the importance of a balanced state of being. Come learn tips and tools to better manage your emotional health while living with cancer.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Coping with Cancer: Processing Grief Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Grief & loss is an inherent part of living with cancer. Come join others for discussion of the challenges and how to manage this experience.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

MELT Method: Natural Relief for Hand Pain Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2022-09-20 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
The MELT Method is a gentle self-treatment technique that enhances mobility, stability, and performance and is clinically proven to reduce persistent pain while easing the mind and restoring overall wellbeing. Exercises using soft balls are easy to learn and very effective in supporting healing and may be done seated or standing.
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Self-Image Post Mastectomy Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-09-20 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Many women struggle with negative thoughts and emotions around their self-image post mastectomy. Come learn how to better manage these emotions and get support form others facing similar challenges.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Intro to Laughter Yoga Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-09-22 09:30 - 10:30 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline

Natural Sleep & Wake Cycles & the Implications for Health Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2022-09-22 13:00 - 14:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
All living species have biological clocks that generate and control the our daily behaviors including the sleep-wake cycle. The term ‘circadian misalignment’ describes a variety of circumstances, such as inappropriately timed sleep and wake. Come learn more about the sleep cycle and how to foster a healthy cycle.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Equine Support Workshop Support by Verdant Health Commission
2022-09-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Courageous Connections, Lake Stevens, WA
Research has documented the many ways in which making a “connection” with horses can positively impact our health. This workshop will combine the power of working with horses with a creative expression outlet. Join Cancer Lifeline for a workshop focused on learning how making connections with horses can give you tools to help better manage the everyday stressors of living with cancer.
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Movement for Stimulating Lymphatic Flow Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-09-28 11:00 - 12:00 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Learn gentle upbeat movements that can increase energy, strength, clarity, and balance. Great for patients, survivors & caregivers. Especially beneficial for those affected by lymphedema.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Lifestyle Bootcamp for Prostate Cancer Patients & Survivors Sponsored by FHCC Proton Therapy
2022-09-28 17:30 - 18:30 | [ONLINE] Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Proton Therapy
Join us to discuss and explore lifestyle changes that can help manage side effects from treatment and improve quality of life for prostate cancer patients.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Laughter Yoga Series Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-09-29 09:30 - 10:00 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline

Coping with Cancer: Natural Pain Management Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-10-05 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
